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Nursing: Nurse Practitioner

Format

Online

An online class is delivered 100% electronically using the internet or other computer-based methods. The teaching is conducted from a remote location through an online course learning management system or other online or electronic tools. Students have access to the teacher and classmates synchronously, asynchronously, or both. Online classes typically are term-based, but some may be offered in a self-paced format.

The graduate nursing program builds upon and expands the knowledge, values and skills of the baccalaureate prepared nurse. In addition to specialty courses which prepare for expanded clinical roles in adult/gero health or family health, the student gains experience with research, health care policy, nursing theory, clinical problem solving/critical thinking and creativity. This program will prepare you to work in primary health care settings such as family practice, internal medicine, senior clinics, and college health. This program is not intended to prepare you for emergency room or urgent care settings as these are best suited to preparation via an acute care nurse practitioner program.

How to Apply

Graduate programs, contact information and application deadlines are specified to each department. Visit the website of the department of your choice, or contact them directly to verify whether there are any additional requirements for admission.

Degree Requirements

Each program has specific degree requirements. You can review the department program page for details on degree and admission requirements, and application deadlines. Please direct any inquiries directly to the program you wish to apply to.

State Authorization

The University of Colorado must be authorized, exempted, or licensed by each state to offer its online programs to non-Colorado resident students. Below is a list of states with restrictions on enrollment and activity. Students living in these states cannot enroll in any online course, program, certificate, or degree offered: